The Possession of Joel Delaney movie poster

The Possession of Joel Delaney

"If you believe, no explanation is necessary. If you don't believe, no explanation is possible."

May 24, 1972 1h 45m 5.6/10 (35 votes)

Originally released in 1972. The Possession of Joel Delaney is a horror film. directed by Waris Hussein.

Starring Shirley MacLaine, Perry King, and Michael Hordern

Synopsis

An upper-class Manhattan divorcee comes to believe that her brother is possessed by the spirit of a serial killer who beheaded young women in Spanish Harlem.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 24, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 45m 105 minutes total
User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (35 votes)
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Budget $1.3M Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,300,000

Production Companies

  • Paramount Pictures
  • Haworth Productions
  • ITC Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Possession of Joel Delaney about?

An upper-class Manhattan divorcee comes to believe that her brother is possessed by the spirit of a serial killer who beheaded young women in Spanish Harlem.

Who directed The Possession of Joel Delaney?

The Possession of Joel Delaney was directed by Waris Hussein.

How long is The Possession of Joel Delaney?

The Possession of Joel Delaney has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).

When was The Possession of Joel Delaney released?

The Possession of Joel Delaney was released on May 24, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Possession of Joel Delaney?

The main cast of The Possession of Joel Delaney includes Shirley MacLaine, Perry King, Michael Hordern, David Elliott, Lisa Kohane.